Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lowell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lowell Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
307 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#212 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
11%
19%
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Black
1%
1%
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White
81%
74%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
20%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell Elementary School is ranked #212 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Lowell Elementary School often compared to?
Lowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collister Elementary School, Taft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
307 students attend Lowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lowell Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowell Elementary School?
Lowell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lowell Elementary School offer ?
Lowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lowell Elementary School part of?
Lowell Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell Elementary School located?
Lowell Elementary School is located in the Sunset neighborhood of Boise, ID.
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